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Professional Experience

May 2024 - Present

Creative Intern

American High

Syracuse, New York

  • Managed end-to-end social media strategy including content creation, analytics tracking, BTS video production, and supervision of intern content teams

  • Led database management projects researching 1,000+ alumni/intern profiles, maintaining tracking systems, and executing email campaigns to 11,000+ subscribers

  • Coordinated workshop promotion, designed marketing materials, contributed to newsletters, and developed comprehensive marketing strategies while leading PR team

  • Demonstrated initiative completing diverse tasks independently including inventory management, digital organization, community engagement, and cross-departmental support with minimal supervision

May 2024 - Present

Producer & Writer

AALTER IMAGE Productions

New York, New York & Harrisonburg, VA

  • Write and direct award-winning films, with one
    screenplay earning over 10 festival awards.

  • Lead pre-production logistics, production schedules, and project execution within budget.

  • Develop digital marketing and distribution strategies to maximize audience reach across social media platforms and film festivals.

  • Produce and manage multimedia content to enhance university branding and audience engagement.

  • Oversee media library organization, ensuring accessibility for marketing and communications.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with university departments to develop visually compelling storytelling projects.

August 2024 - May 2025

Videographer & Editor

Student Affairs Communications & Marketing

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA

August 2024 - May 2025

DEEP Impact Education Coordinator

Center for Multicultural Student Services (CMSS) and Sexual Orientation Gender Identity & Expression (SOGIE)

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA

  • Develop and present DEI educational programming for diverse campus audiences.

  • Assist in content strategy, branding, and public relations for university-wide inclusion initiatives.

  • Create marketing materials to promote engagement across social media, print platforms, and university events. 

February 2022 - May 2025

Producer

Doghouse Productions

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA

  • Formulate and manage production schedules, ensuring efficient workflows and timely project completion.  

  • Maintain schedules, manage deadlines, and facilitate effective communication within the team to support smooth production activities.  

  • Coordinate meetings with actors and external resources, ensuring a smooth and organized scheduling process.  

  • Scout and secure preferred shoot locations, adhering to instructions from the director.

January 2024 - April 2025

Festival Founder & Director

Doghouse Productions

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA

  • Founded and directed an annual film festival, overseeing programming, marketing, and event operations for two consecutive years.

  • Curated official selections from student filmmakers and organizing screening schedules.

  • Developed and executed promotional campaigns across social media and campus,

  • Coordinated creation and distribution of all award materials, including custom certificates, official merch, and top prizes.

  • Conducted SEO site audits and implemented optimizations to improve search visibility, performance, and user experience. 

  • Performed advanced keyword research, optimized meta content, and enhanced landing pages to boost rankings and engagement. 

  • Developed off-site SEO strategies, building high-quality backlinks and leveraging analytics to drive organic traffic growth.

October 2024 - November 2024

SEO Specialist Intern

Stukent Simternship

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA

September 2024 - October 2024

Content Marketing Intern

Stukent Simternship

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA

  • Developed data-driven content strategies by analyzing audience behavior, search intent, and market personas to maximize engagement. 

  • Created high-performing content across blogs, podcasts, and videos, leveraging SEO insights for sustained organic growth. 

  • Managed budgets, optimized content performance using analytics, and provided peer feedback to drive continuous improvement.

June 2023 - October 2024

Third Key Manager

Claire's & Icing

Harrisonburg, VA & Fredericksburg, VA

  • Assisted in the day-to-day management of the store, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and inventory.

  • Delivered excellent customer service by greeting and assisting customers and addressing inquiries to ensure an amazing shopping experience.

  • Contributed to maintaining an attractive store layout by organizing displays and restocking merchandise.

April 2024 - August 2024

Script Coverage Intern

Pierpoline Films

New York, NY

  • Read and evaluated screenplays, providing detailed and insightful coverage, including plot analysis, character development, and marketability.

  • Offered constructive feedback to writers, highlighting strengths and areas for improvement to align scripts with industry standards.

  • Watched and reviewed films, offering in-depth critiques on narrative structure, visual style, and audience engagement.

  • Social media content creator and promoter of minority populations, and relevant content as endorsed by the university.

  • Educational outreach creator and instructor, facilitating outreach programs and community involvement via weekly community dialogues that promote LGBTQ+ affirmation, equity, and acceptance. 

  • Coordinator between minority groups, and event collaborator for SOGIE and surrounding minority affiliations. 

August 2022 - August 2024

DEEP Impact Social Media Coordinator

Center for Multicultural Student Services (CMSS) and Sexual Orientation Gender Identity & Expression (SOGIE)

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA

Activities & Leadership

May 2023 - May 2025

President

Doghouse Productions

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA

  • Responsible for video shoots through oversight of production at every stage, from planning to completion, ensuring a cohesive and high-quality final product.

  • Initiates, organizes, and manages film projects, overseeing every phase from pre-production to post-production

  • Functioned as a mentor for colleagues, sharing expertise and guidance to facilitate growth and development within Doghouse Productions. 

  • Managed the distribution and promotion of finished films, bringing the project to its intended audience.

  • Responsible for maintaining technical aspects of production through coordinating, preparation, maintenance, set-up and safe transportation of equipment.

  • Recorded and maintained accurate meeting minutes, club activities, and decisions for organizational transparency. 

  • Managed correspondence, scheduled meetings and events, and maintained an up-to-date membership roster. 

  • Provided administrative support to club officers and ensured compliance with bylaws and regulations.

May 2022 - May 2023

Secretary

Doghouse Productions

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA

January 2022 - May 2022

Social Media Coordinator

Doghouse Productions

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA

  • Producing aesthetically pleasing and relevant content, branding posts, and overall coordination and representation of the institution.

  • Visual artist and social media editor and creator. 

  • Creates cinematic videos and produces engaging and entertaining social media content, promoting viewer engagement. 

  • Trend knowledge and content strategist. 

Awards & Recognition

ISA Student Fellowship

"Lucky is She" - Feature Screenplay

Top 50

March 2025

Broadcast Education Association: Festival of Media Arts

"Suitcase of Memories" - Short Film

2nd Place

February 2025

Broadcast Education Association: Festival of Media Arts

"Lucky is She" - Feature Screenplay

Award of Excellence

February 2025

FESTIVAL ANGAELICA

"Suitcase of Memories" - Short Screenplay

Official Selection

March 2025

Creative Screenwriting: Shoot Your Short Screenplay Competition

July 2024

FESTIVAL ANGAELICA

"Eleven Fifty-Eight" - Short Screenplay

Official Selection

March 2025

"Suitcase of Memories" - Short Screenplay

Quarter-Finalist

Laurel

Madison Screenwriting Scholarship

"Suitcase of Memories" - Short Screenplay

"Eleven Fifty-Eight" - Short Screenplay

Recipient

July 2024

WideScreen Film & Music Video Festival

"Suitcase of Memories" - Short Screenplay

Semi-Finalist

Laurel
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May 2024

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James Madison University Creative Writing Awards

"Suitcase of Memories" - Short Screenplay

Best Screenplay

May 2024

Laurel

Chicago Script Awards

March 2024

Hollywood Just4Shorts Film and Screenplay Competition

"Suitcase of Memories" - Short Screenplay

Best Screenplay

Laurel

"Suitcase of Memories" - Short Screenplay

Official Selection

June 2023

Laurel

"Suitcase of Memories" - Short Screenplay

Official Selection

May 2023

New York Script Awards

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May 2023

Madison Screenwriting Scholarship

"Suitcase of Memories" - Short Screenplay

1st Place

John Woody One Day/One University Scholarship

Commitment to media production and academic achievement.

May 2023

New York International Screenplay Awards

"Suitcase of Memories" - Short Screenplay

Quarter-Finalist

April 2023

Laurel

Sweetarts Film Festival

February 2023

Broadcast Education Association: Festival of Media Arts

"Suitcase of Memories" - Short Screenplay

2nd Place

Laurel

"7" - Short TikTok Film

September 2022

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Skills & Certifications

Film & Video Production

  • Film Direction 

  • Film Producing

  • Cinematography Principles (ISO, F-Stop, Color Temperature)

  • Canon XC15, Canon C100, & Canon C70

  • Sony a7 IV

  • Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 4k & 6k

  • Zoom F4 Sound Mixers

  • Adobe Premiere Pro

  • Final Cut Pro

  • Lighting Setup

  • Production Assistance

  • Sound Mixing & Boom Operating 

  • Post-Production

  • Pre-Production

  • Project Management

  • Video Conceptualization & Planning

  • Storyboarding & Shot List 

  • Camera Operation & Equipment Management​

  • Production Scheduling/Coordination

  • Team Communication 

  • Location Scouting 

  • Resource Management

  • Client & Actor Communication

Technical & Web Development

  • Front-End Web Development (HTML, CSS, Bootstrap)

  • Website Optimization & SEO

  • Version Control & Collaboration 

Writing & Storytelling

  • Screenwriting

  • Creative Writing 

  • Script Coverage

  • Script Analysis

  • Copywriting 

  • SEO Copywriting 

  • Scientific Writing 

Leadership & Collaboration

  • Film Project Leadership

  • Peer Leadership

  • Mentoring & Team Development

  • Cross-functional Team Collaboration

Business & Project Management

  • Strategic Planning

  • Budget Management

  • Media Planning

  • Digital Strategy 

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration 

  • Leadership/Facilitation 

  • Scheduling & Organization Skills 

  • Time Management

  • Adaptability 

Marketing & Advertising

  • Digital Marketing

  • Social Media Marketing

  • Social Media Strategy/Management 

  • Brand Awareness

  • Market Research

  • Market Analysis

  • Content Strategy

  • Growth Marketing 

  • Google Analytics & SEO Optimization 

  • ​Customer Service & Sales

  • Canva

  • Graphic Design 

Diversity, Public Speaking, & Education

  • Educational Content Development

  • Event Planning & Promotion

  • Social Media Content Creation 

  • Diversity & Inclusion Training
    Public Speaking & Discussion Facilitation 

  • Community Outreach & Engagement 

Certified In:

  • HubSpot Digital Marketing

  • HubSpot Content Marketing

  • HubSpot SEO

  • Semrush Marketing Analytics

  • Semrush Content Marketing

  • Semrush SEO

  • Semrush Social Media Marketing

  • Wix Expert

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